Chencho Dema

Nu 1 billion study abroad program faces criticism

In response to a question during the monthly meet-the-press the Prime Minister (PM) clarified on the government’s plan to allocate Nu 1 billion to support one child from each eligible family to study abroad. The eligibility criteria were designed to benefit economically disadvantaged families, those who have not sent any family …

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MoESD plans to replace the Moderation Exercise with the  BPST

The Ministry of Education and Skills Development (MoESD) has announced plans to replace the Moderation Exercise, a current performance evaluation method, with the Bhutan Professional Standard for Teachers (BPST) aiming to reduce teacher workload and improve job satisfaction. Lyonpo Yeezang De Thapa explained that the discussions with the RCSC and …

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Reimagining Bhutanese education with diverse course additions

At the Bhutan Innovation Forum, one of the recurring discussions was held about how Bhutan can strike a balance between embracing globalization by preserving its rich cultural heritage.  Oznur Bell, CEO of Constructor Knowledge and Chancellor of CUB, provided an insightful perspective on how Bhutan can address the challenges in …

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How AI can transform Bhutan’s healthcare

The recent Bhutan Innovation Forum on artificial intelligence in biomedical science discussed the unique opportunities for Bhutan to leverage these technologies in revolutionizing healthcare. Hosted by distinguished speakers, including Professor Fahmeed Hyder from Yale University, Professor Frederike Petzschner from Brown University, and Professor Marina Garassino from the University of Chicago, …

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Leveraging AI for Bhutan’s growth from education to sustainable agriculture

The recent Bhutan Innovation Forum brought together thought leaders and industry experts to discuss the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and augmented reality (AR) in Bhutan’s economy. Focusing on education, tourism, and regulatory frameworks, speakers emphasized the potential for these technologies to revolutionize various sectors while aligning with Bhutan’s core …

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